
Literature and Science
Social Impact and Interaction
Mark A. Largent(Editor)
ABC-CLIO (Publisher)
Published on 21. June 2005
Book
Hardback
471 pages
978-1-85109-458-5 (ISBN)
Description
A survey of the interaction between science and Anglo-American literature from the late medieval period to the 20th century, examining how authors, thinkers, and philosophers have viewed science in literary texts, and used science as a window to the future.
Spanning six centuries, this survey of the interplay between science and literature in the West begins with Chaucer's Treatise on the Astrolabe and includes commentary on key trends in contemporary literature.
Beginning with the birth of science fiction, the authors examine the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne as well as Mary Shelley's Frankenstein within the context of a wider analysis of the impact of major historical developments like the Renaissance, the scientific revolution, the Enlightenment, and Romanticism. The book balances readings of literature with explanations of the impact of key scientific ideas. Focusing primarily on British and American literature, the book also takes an informed but accessible approach to the history of science, with seminal scientific works discussed in a critical rather than overly theoretical manner.
Gives clear explanations of scientific ideas ranging from medieval cosmology to modern concepts in astronomy
Organizes the material in chronological order with a chronology and bibliographic essay accompanying each chapter
Spanning six centuries, this survey of the interplay between science and literature in the West begins with Chaucer's Treatise on the Astrolabe and includes commentary on key trends in contemporary literature.
Beginning with the birth of science fiction, the authors examine the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne as well as Mary Shelley's Frankenstein within the context of a wider analysis of the impact of major historical developments like the Renaissance, the scientific revolution, the Enlightenment, and Romanticism. The book balances readings of literature with explanations of the impact of key scientific ideas. Focusing primarily on British and American literature, the book also takes an informed but accessible approach to the history of science, with seminal scientific works discussed in a critical rather than overly theoretical manner.
Gives clear explanations of scientific ideas ranging from medieval cosmology to modern concepts in astronomy
Organizes the material in chronological order with a chronology and bibliographic essay accompanying each chapter
Reviews / Votes
"Rather than producing an encyclopedia the size of a major planet, Cartwright and Baker focus on authors, periods and topics that reveal something significant about the relationship between literature and science." - Reference & Research Book News "A thoughful, useful textbook that provides a robust historical survey aimed at the undergraduate." - IsisMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 7 to 17 years
Illustrations
64 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 183 mm
Thickness: 31 mm
Weight
1115 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85109-458-5 (9781851094585)
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John H. Cartwright | Brian Baker | Mark A. Largent
Literature and Science
Social Impact and Interaction
E-Book
06/2005
ABC-CLIO Ltd
€78.49
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Persons
John H. Cartwright is senior lecturer at the University of Chester, Chester, England and a historian of science.
Brian Baker, PhD, is senior lecturer in literature at the University of Chester, Chester, England and an authority on Anglo-American film and literature.
Brian Baker, PhD, is senior lecturer in literature at the University of Chester, Chester, England and an authority on Anglo-American film and literature.